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Saudi Arabia won the Gulf Cup for the first time in 22 years, beating the United Arab Emirates 2-0 in Jeddah on Tuesday. Early goals from Hammam Al-Hammami and Firas al-Buraikan sealed the host nation's fourth title.
Iranian clubs will play their Asian Champions League Elite group-stage matches against Qatari and Emirati opponents at neutral venues, following Tuesday's draw. The tournament is set to begin on September 14, with Esteghlal and Tractor avoiding Saudi Arabian sides.
The AFC Champions League Elite group stage draw in Kuala Lumpur set up a clash between reigning champions Al-Ahli and 2024 winners Al Ain, with Al-Nassr's Cristiano Ronaldo also facing Al Ain. The tournament expands to 32 teams this season, running from September to February.
